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NCLEX RN and NCLEX PN Examination Pass Rates 2010

Posted by admin on Jan 23, 2011
Below is the NCLEX RN and NCLEX PN Examination passing rates for the year 2010 released by National Council of State Boards of Nursing. A chart that shows quarterly and yearly volume and pass rate data for the NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN examinations. The data includes the number of candidates taking the NCLEX Examination and the percentage of passing, by type of... Continue Reading

NCLEX Pass Rate 4th Quarter 2010

Posted by admin on Jan 23, 2011
Below is the NCLEX RN and NCLEX PN  Examination passing rates for the 4th quarter of 2010 released by National Council of State Boards of Nursing. The data includes the number of candidates taking the NCLEX Examination and the percentage of passing, by type of candidate. Table_of_Pass_Rates_2010 annual NCLEX_Stats_2010 annual... Continue Reading

NCLEX Questions on Gynecology, Obstetrics Answers and Rationale

Posted by admin on Jan 19, 2011
View Questions 1.    Answer: A. Effects of estrogen: •    Inhibits the production of FSH •    Causes hypertrophy of the myometrium •    Increases the quantity and pH of cervical mucus, causing it to become thin and watery and can be stretched to a distance of 10-13 cm. Effects of Progesterone ... Continue Reading

NCLEX Questions on Gynecology, Obstetrics

Posted by admin on Jan 18, 2011
by: Daisy Jane, RN Situation: During an Anatomy and Physiology class, the lecturer discussed about the female reproductive system. 1.    Estrogen, one of the hormones regulating cyclic activities in female reproductive system is responsible for which effect? a.    Increases the quantity and pH of cervical mucus, causing it to become thin and watery and can be stretched... Continue Reading

Respiratory Disorders NCLEX Review Answers and Rationale

Posted by admin on Jan 13, 2011
by: Daisy Jane, RN View Questions 1.    Answer: C. Mantoux test is read 48-72 hours after injection. 2.    Answer: A. Mantoux tests are done intradermally. 3.    Answer: D. Mantoux test is considered positive for Mycobacterium Tubercle Bacilli if the induration is 10 mm or more. For HIV positive clients, induration of 5mm is... Continue Reading

Respiratory Disorders NCLEX Review

Posted by admin on Jan 12, 2011
1.    A Mantoux test signifies exposure to Mycobacterium Tubercle Bacilli. The test is read for how many hours after injection? a.    1 hour b.    12-24 hours c.    48-72 hours d.    2 hours 2.    A nurse is about to perform a Mantoux test. The test is done by using which route? a.    Intradermal b.    Intramuscular c.    Subcutaneous d.    IM... Continue Reading

NCLEX Questions Hematology Answers and Rationale

Posted by admin on Dec 16, 2010
View Questions 1.    Answer C. The three criteria for a client to be diagnosed with AIDS are the following: •    HIV positive •    CD4+ T-cell count below 200 cells/microliter •    Have one or more specific conditions that include acute infection of HIV 2.    Answer D. Keyword: MOST EASILY. Rationale: HIV is MOST EASILY transmitted in blood, semen and... Continue Reading

NCLEX Questions Hematology

Posted by admin on Dec 15, 2010
by: Daisy Jane, RN 1.    Ms. X is diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). The nurse caring for this patient is aware that for a patient to be diagnosed with HIV she should have which condition? a.    Infection of HIV, have a CD4+ T-cell count of 500 cells/microliter, history of acute HIV infection b.   ... Continue Reading

Maternal Infant Nursing NCLEX Questions Part 2 Answers and Rationale

Posted by admin on Dec 11, 2010
View Questions 1.    Answer D.  Labor is divided into four stages: first stage, onset of labor to full dilation; second stage, full dilation to birth of the baby; third stage, birth of the placenta; and fourth stage, 1-hour postpartum. The first stage is divided into three phases: early, active, and transition. 2.    Answer B. The second... Continue Reading

Maternal Infant Nursing NCLEX Questions Part 2

Posted by admin on Dec 10, 2010
1.    Nurse Julia is aware that Labor is divided into how many stages? a.    Five b.    Three c.    Two d.    Four 2.    Pen, a nurse-midwife determines that a client is in the second stage of labor and may start pushing. What marks the beginning of the second stage, and what marks the end? a.    Cervical dilation of 7 to 8 cm; complete cervical... Continue Reading

Maternal Infant Nursing NCLEX Questions Answers and Rationale

Posted by admin on Dec 06, 2010
View Questions 1.    Answer C. Taking brisk walks is one of the easiest ways to exercise during pregnancy. The client should begin by walking slowly for 10 to 15 minutes per day and increase gradually to a comfortable speed and a duration of 30 to 45 minutes per day. The pregnant client should avoid high-intensity aerobics because these greatly increase oxygen... Continue Reading